Our Guide To Keeping Horned Nerite Snail

1. About Fish Species:

   • Scientific name: Clithon corona
   • Common name: Horned Nerite Snail
   • Family: Neritidae
   • Origin: Southeast Asia, including Indonesia and Thailand
   • Adult length: Approximately 2.5 cm
   • Lifespan: 1 to 2 years

2. Tank Setup:

   • Horned Nerite Snails require a secure lid on the aquarium to prevent escape.
   • Provide a substrate of sand or smooth gravel to prevent damage to their delicate tentacles.

3. Water Parameters:

   • Maintain water temperature between 22 to 28°C (72 to 82°F).
   • Keep pH levels stable within the range of 7.5 to 8.5.

4. Filtration and Water Flow:

   • Ensure gentle to moderate water flow to accommodate their preference for calm waters.

5. Diet:

   • Horned Nerite Snails are herbivores and primarily feed on algae.
   • Supplement their diet with algae wafers or blanched vegetables like zucchini or cucumber.

6. Tank mates:

   • They are peaceful and can coexist with most fish species that are not aggressive or predatory towards them.
   • Compatible with other peaceful snails and shrimp species.

7. Behavior and Compatibility:

   • Horned Nerite Snails are active algae eaters and will graze on surfaces to keep them clean.
   • They may occasionally lay eggs on aquarium surfaces, but these eggs do not hatch in freshwater.